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PORTO, PORTUGAL. AUGUST 2025 TOTAL TRIP, APPLE PAY Porto locals enjoying the Jardim do Infante Dom Henrique

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Opening up like a pop-up book from the banks of the Rio Douro, edgy-yet-opulent Porto entices with its historic center and sumptuous food and wine.

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Best Things to Do

Explore the best of Porto with our pick of the city's top experiences.

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Best Time to Visit

Porto's calendar is packed with seasonal celebrations. Find the best time to visit, with tips on the weather, prices, crowds and harvest season.

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Things to Know

Porto's history, hills and hipster allure always fascinate. Here are a few things to know before you arrive in this sensational city.

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Transportation

The bus and metro are the easiest ways to get around this big city – though slower transport options offer a way to get in more picture-perfect views.

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Best Neighborhoods

From sightseeing to places to sleep, get to know the vibrant city of Porto with this neighborhood guide.

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Day Trips

Porto is an ideal launch pad to visit other towns, cities and regions in northern Portugal. Here are six great day trips.

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Money and Costs

Plan your budget travels to Porto with our money-saving tips.

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5 Shops

Porto's best independent shops pull shoppers in some unexpected, quirky directions

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Spending Diaries

How to eat well, go sightseeing, get around and even take a day trip for under 300 euros.

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